rec.autos.simulators

http://www.racesimcentral.net/#
Specifically on the 244.99 package. Can't afford ECCI and looking for feedback
good or bad on this package. I mainly run NR2003 and am trying some TPTCC.
TIA,
Dan

Personally Dan I'd avoid AL stuff.  I had the pedals and while they worked
ok they required constant attention to keep em going.  I ended up doing the
pedal mod someone here suggested which helped.   And $250+shipping is a lot
of cash for plastic stuff period.

I'd suggest something along the lines of a Momo Racing wheel (I got one for
$69 awhile back) and Thomas 2-pedal for $125+USB adapter.  The only thing
your missing is the shifter.  Heck TSW has the Stock for $290 and it would
last nearly forever, minus FF though.

Mitch

Don't know about the rest of it but the wheel should be avoided.  They
"upgraded" the  electronics in the cartridges a few years ago and changed what
was a nice precise wheel into something that gave very stepped output (i.e.. the
resolution on the steering axis went from 1024 points to just over 100).
Otherwise pretty good for a plastic commercial wheel.

Ken

I tried a Force RS & shifter a few years back and was very unimpressed
with everything.  I didn't like the force feedback.  Strong, but
wasn't good at accurating simulating any effects at all compared to my
Logitech.  And the plates that go over the shifter aren't secured well
enough, so they're easy to pop out.  Don't know if they've changed
that since.  The pedals had too much resistance to be much good to me.
IMHO, I would say put together your own setup and if you absolutely
want a shifter, then buy just that from AL.  Keep in mind that you can
also upgrade as you need to, especially since you can use any
combination of controllers in NR2003.

I have had the Act Labs wheel for about 4 years and it still is working
well. I did hear the later wheels were not as good. I purchased the
Performance Pedals a year or two later. Although I do not use the clutch I
have always liked the feel better than any of the other pedals I have tried
in the same price range. Also the pedals can be used independent of the
wheel. I have a momo force wheel only on it's way to me now. I replaced the
springs in the pedals 20 times I bet. Never replaced the pots but it
probably could use some. At first they sent me springs free but I guess the
demand made them see more green and now they cost a few bucks. If you can go
the extra bucks I would definitely say go for better pedals. ECCI,BRD,TSW
all good. Maybe one day my wife will pack her bags and I can have a set with
my half of the estate!

http://www.act-labs.com/Products/racingcombo.htm#
Specifically on the 244.99 package. Can't afford ECCI and looking for
feedback
good or bad on this package. I mainly run NR2003 and am trying some TPTCC.
TIA,
Dan

Thanks for the replys folks. I'm actually quite happy with my Momo but the
pedals jumping calibration is driving me crazy. Corey (Coorzman) suggested a
powered usb hub and it has helped tremendously...doesn't happen nearly as
often..but it sounds like just a pedal unit would work just fine. I'll check
out the TS and BRD stuff. Thanks again guys,
Dan

I will say that the only thing I own from Act Labs are the Performance
Pedals and I love them

I bought the wheel at one point in time, did not like it and sent it back.
I do really like the pedals though

I just ordered a set of the AL Performance Pedals.  It seems like
everyone who is willing to put up with the frequent fixes is very
happy with them.  I'm sure the fixes will get old, but like i say, it
seems like people like the pedals.

I just was referred this web site:

http://karkrazy.m4driving.sm/al_index.html

for some possible fixes to keep those pedal springs in check.  There
are also some posts on racesimcentral and the AL web site about
placing tennis balls inside the pedal assembly to save the springs as
well.  It sounds like these mods essentially eliminate the problems
with springs people reported in the past.

hth,
jeff

This modification is not really necessary. It was with the older/original
springs. There was a spring re-design that allowed them to last longer. I
got original springs free the first year. The ones I now pay for are heavier
and better. As for the tennis ball, there is a *** ball beneath the brake
pedal. I never had a problem with the feel. Rotating pots can make a
different feel also.

I just ordered a set of the AL Performance Pedals.  It seems like
everyone who is willing to put up with the frequent fixes is very
happy with them.  I'm sure the fixes will get old, but like i say, it
seems like people like the pedals.

I just was referred this web site:

http://www.racesimcentral.net/

for some possible fixes to keep those pedal springs in check.  There
are also some posts on racesimcentral and the AL web site about
placing tennis balls inside the pedal assembly to save the springs as
well.  It sounds like these mods essentially eliminate the problems
with springs people reported in the past.

hth,
jeff